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Camping near Brookeville, Maryland ranges from full-hookup RV parks to primitive tent sites, with options spanning a 30-mile radius. The area features campgrounds like Cherry Hill Park and Ramblin' Pines, offering traditional tent sites alongside RV hookups, cabin rentals, and glamping options. Little Bennett Campground in Clarksburg provides a mix of tent camping, RV sites, and cabin rentals within a forested setting, while Patapsco Valley State Park offers more primitive camping experiences with tent sites and limited cabins. Most campgrounds in the region maintain moderate to high ratings from visitors seeking outdoor experiences near the Washington DC metropolitan area.
Camping in the Brookeville region typically operates seasonally, with many campgrounds like Little Bennett and Patapsco Valley State Park open from April through October. "The sites are pretty close together, but otherwise nice and well maintained," noted one visitor about Ramblin' Pines, which remains open year-round. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for weekend stays and during the summer months when facilities reach capacity. Most established campgrounds provide water hookups, fire rings, and picnic tables, though amenities vary significantly between locations. RV campers should note that while electric hookups are common, not all campgrounds offer full sewer connections or accommodate larger rigs.
Campers report varying experiences with privacy and natural surroundings at campgrounds near Brookeville. The more developed commercial campgrounds like Cherry Hill Park feature close-set sites with excellent amenities but limited seclusion. According to one visitor, "Surprisingly nice campground in a city. Lots of things for kids to do and access to bike trails outside of the complex." In contrast, state park campgrounds in the region typically offer more natural settings with greater spacing between sites. Fishing opportunities exist at several locations, including the pond at Ramblin' Pines. Family-friendly amenities like swimming pools, playgrounds, and organized activities are common at the larger commercial campgrounds, while state parks typically focus on hiking trails and natural features. Most campgrounds in the region maintain reasonable proximity to Washington DC attractions.
"Metrorail is about 6 miles from campground, near University of Maryland."
"Great camping amenities, soft cushioned sites, with power and water close by. DO NOT GET BASIC TENT SITES AS THEY ARE NEXT TO HIGHWAYS AND VERY NOISY!!! Premium tent sites would be a better choice."
from $999 / night
Check Availability"If you are really looking for somewhere to feel far away from civilization and see some beautiful scenery, this probably isn't it."
"The campsite is superb with walking trails, wildlife and the occasional overflying US Presidential Helicopter. Easily accessible from close by freeways, and charmingly peaceful"
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Quiet woods in Maryland about 30 or 40 miles north of DC. Tenting, and RV spots partial to full service. Just of hiway 270. pricey ($66/night) for a state park, but nice."
"PROS Very nice small Montgomery County Park
No reservation fee to make on-line reservations
Reserved 137 days prior to arriving
Entrance gate required entry code Instructed by staff via gate phone"
"We stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick."
"We love this home away from home ❤️"
from $30 - $70 / night
Check Availability"It has 8 recreation areas and we stayed at the Hollofield Area in April- one of our first experiences in a Maryland State Park. Beautiful park with 70 miles of hiking/biking /multi use trails."
"This campground is pleasant, but the sites are situated quite close to one another."
from $19 - $27 / night
Check Availability"Camp site(Tent camping)
The camp site is what it is, just a camp site :) It's one of the bigger state parks surrounded by forest in MD.""Another negative was after the storm for the next few days we heard trees falling nearby."
from $20 - $51 / night
Check Availability"We set up our tent in the far side of the campground close to the lake ( site 27). It is slightly slant but still comfortable in the tent. Bathrooms are close by and kept clean."
"For tent camping I would suggests sites 30,33 or 35 these are tucked along the tree line. The bathroom facilities were the cleanest I have seen in a campground."
from $30 - $70 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $150 - $200 / night
Check Availability"They have a nice dog area for the dog to be able to run around and exercise which a lot of places we have been do not have a place for the dog to really exercise."
"The location worked for my trip but not sure it’s that convenient to DC."
from $15 - $55 / night
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ScoutThe staff is certainly at the office not competent. Someone ran over my house when we were away and damaged it. The WiFi didn’t work any of the day but upon assistance request no one was willing to help. It couldn’t be worse. We have no other words except never a KOA location again.
GuideIf you want to be near Annapolis, right on the Severn River...this is it. About 15 RV spots nestled in the woods...with full hook ups. A couple of primitive spots as well. Just a quick 5 min walk to the river...right across from the Academy. NEX, gas within 10 min walk, and 15 min drive to downtown Annapolis. Staff is always great here, and the park is clean....for a park on the woods.
ScoutTrip -week before labor day , temps 93 degrees, nothing on website when booked said about peak and non peak days on booking page. Said there were only 7 sites left(complete lie) campground was empty. First time we ever been to a place where EVERYTHING was closed. Campstore, jump pillow and the final straw was we went to go to the pool and that was closed. It was 545 pm sun still bright in the sky , nowhere near dusk( when its suppose to close) . So much conflicting info from what the paper we got handed vs what internet site said. Charged a resort fee ? for what a place to park? This is no resort. Grass was high enough to be seeding itself. My wife was so upset she was actually crying. This was supposed to be a fun trip for our da6ughter before going back to school. We decided this place over Buttonwood just because it was alittle closer. Did a full tour of the place. Realized there is nothing here. Went to dinner in town. Decided we didnt want to stay where we knew our Daughter would be bored. She's pretty easy to entertain but this was just ridiculous. 12 HOURS OF MY LIFE AND $400 BUCKS i will never get back. (Loading , driving , realizing we got screwed, driving, unloading) yup was pretty bad.
TravelerBased on my stay 3 nights and what I read of Greenbelt Park (the other closeby to Washington campground) I would say this has to be much better and I will stay here again on a future visit. Campground sits inside of a much larger park with great trails, amenities and well maintained. Campground is quiet, lots of trees, forest and yet each space is very large with good spacing and privacy to adjacent sites. High tree canopy at your site so lots of room to spread out. Sites themselves are a little rustic - a mix of grass, gravel and dirt, but not muddy (it rained a good bit prior to my stay) - but in good condition. Shower/toilet block is clean and good hot water and good water pressure. Most sites are flat or near flat and the ones that aren't need minimal levelling blocks. Campground apparently is never full and there was only 1 other when I was there - really hard to believe. There is a neighborhood road up by the sites near the shower block but it is low speed and lightly travelled and I had no disturbance from it. Nice surrounding neighborhood. No signs of vagrants. Park police patrolled multiple times per day and report very little non-camper entry to ther facilities. I felt very safe.Easy access to Eashington - bus stop outside the campground to metro or just drive to the metro (free parking weekend, $6 midweek) and then train (about 8 per hour) into the sites - an hour or less total to get there. For more local people, this seems like a good escape "to the woods" without travelling forever.
GuideWhat a gem! We found this place as an alternative to staying in DC during 4th of July festivities. Nice spacious sites, cabins were super clean and smelled great! Did I mention they were air conditioned during the hotest week of the summer!
Bathrooms and showers were spotless.
Many things to see and do there. Historic property, big lake (no swimming), boating, fishing, hiking. There is an Art Center with juried displays for sale.
ScoutThe park is very well maintained, and the campsites have clean fire pits and cooking grills. The restrooms are clean, spacious, and well maintained, and my campsite was large enough to comfortably fit a 6-person tent and a canopy.
However, there were a few concerns during our stay. Despite the campground’s quiet hours policy starting at 10:00 PM, many campers continued to make noise well past that time. I did not notice any campground staff or maintenance personnel making rounds to enforce the quiet hours.
I also felt concerned about security. One of my neighboring campers, who was visiting from South Carolina, told me that his generator had been stolen during the night. He reported the theft to the police, and an official report was filed. Incidents like this made me feel unsafe while camping.
I recommend increasing staff or security patrols, especially during the evening and overnight hours, to enforce quiet hours and improve the safety and security of campers and their belongings. With better enforcement and security, Burke Lake Campground would provide an even better camping experience.
TravelerOne of our favorite places. Very well kept. No bathhouse so bring your own. A lot of shady sites. Great views of Chesapeake bay. Flat roads in the area for cycling.
ScoutStaff is friendly and everything is kept up well, newly renovated pool and pavilion area.
TravelerFor $90 per night the WiFi should work better. Didn’t connect at all. Had to use the antenna pointed East to get local Baltimore news.
Campgrounds near Brookeville, Maryland offer year-round camping options with varied terrain and facilities. The region sits at the transition between Maryland's Piedmont Plateau and Coastal Plain, creating diverse landscapes for campers to explore. Winter camping is available at several locations while others maintain strict April-October seasonal operations.
Hiking trails for all levels: At Patapsco Valley State Park, visitors access 70+ miles of multi-use trails directly from campsites. "There are several hiking trails in this part of the park or you can drive to other parts for additional hiking," noted a camper who appreciated the park's proximity to Baltimore attractions.
Water activities throughout summer: The fishing pond at Ramblin' Pines provides stocked fishing opportunities from April through October. "There's a pond for fishing, a pool for swimming and a little general store for all your needs," reports a visitor who found the grounds well-maintained despite noting "the sites are a bit close to each other."
Historical exploration options: Greenbelt Park Campground serves as a convenient base for exploring nearby historical sites. "The other great thing about it that you can spend entire days at the always-free Smithsonian museums and still fall asleep in the woods. Can't beat the close proximity to DC," remarked one visitor who appreciated this budget-friendly option.
Accessibility to metropolitan areas: Campers value the Washington DC / Capitol KOA for its location. "It was centrally located between Annapolis, Baltimore, and DC. This trip we spent most of our time in DC and only went to Annapolis one night. But there is a ton to do around the cities with or without kids," shared a camper who stayed three nights.
Natural surroundings despite urban proximity: Many appreciate how The Garden maintains a rural atmosphere despite being near urban centers. "James and his lovely wife warmly welcomed us on a moments notice. Got in late and felt immediately taken care of. Farm super cool," noted a visitor who appreciated this small, private camping option with only five sites available.
Well-maintained facilities: Campers frequently mention bathroom cleanliness as a priority. "Bathroom is clean and camp hosts are very friendly. Campsites are fairly close together but not right on top of each other," reported one camper at Hollofield Area Campground who appreciated the cleanliness despite sites being relatively close together.
Reservation requirements vary by season: Most campgrounds near Brookeville require advance bookings during peak season (May-September). At Lake Fairfax Campground, weekend sites typically fill 2-3 months ahead during summer. "This place gets crowded. I shouldn't be surprised since it's in the middle of the city but driving through the masses picnicking on the weekends takes you out of it," noted one visitor.
Site privacy differences: Privacy between sites varies significantly across campgrounds. "Sites were well-maintained, including lavatories. Plenty of tree cover," reported a Greenbelt Park visitor, while another camper at Ramblin' Pines stated, "The most crowded uncomfortable campsites I have ever seen."
Seasonal amenities: Swimming pools, water parks and certain activity areas operate seasonally, typically Memorial Day through Labor Day. Activities like the jumping pillow and pedal cars at Little Bennett may have restricted operating hours, with one visitor noting, "jumping pillow and pedal cars are only open at certain hours."
Family-friendly campground amenities: Little Bennett Campground offers specialized facilities for younger campers. "My family loves this camp ground. It's conveniently located, it's quite, it's beautiful and there is plenty to do to keep the kids busy," noted one family who visits regularly.
Nature education opportunities: Several campgrounds provide ranger-led programs during summer months. "Rangers keep a close eye on things, and there are monthly programs at the campfire circle that I sometimes attend even when not camping here," mentioned a Greenbelt Park visitor who lives nearby but still participates in programs.
Budget-friendly museum access: Camping provides affordable lodging when visiting DC-area attractions. "The camp host came by and welcomed me before I was fully set up for the evening and was great! After staying here for a week I was so pleased by the quiet nature of the campground, the overall feeling of the outdoor space and the proximity to the METRO (only about 10 minutes with traffic)."
Full hookup availability: Limited full-hookup sites exist within 30 miles of Brookeville. At Little Bennett Campground, "The sites are quiet, very spacious, level, and heavily wooded with 50A service, water and sewer hookup. D Loop is for RVs, A, B, C&E are tents only," noted a visitor who appreciated the good cell service despite tree cover.
Leveling challenges: Many campsites require significant leveling equipment. "Site#D69 level side-to-side but we were forced to greatly elevate front of trailer to level front-to-back," reported one RVer at Little Bennett who also noted the gravel parking pad.
Seasonal operational considerations: Several campgrounds near Brookeville offer year-round RV camping while others close completely from November through March. Cherry Hill Park remains open throughout winter with one camper noting its advantages: "You get what you pay for. This campground has so much to offer...50 amp hook-up, Water, Sewer, Playground, Mini Golf, Swimming Pool...Gated, On-site camp store, On-site bus shuttle."
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Brookeville, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Brookeville, MD is Cherry Hill Park with a 4.8-star rating from 44 reviews.
What parks are near Brookeville, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near Brookeville, MD that allow camping, notably Rock Creek Park and Greenbelt Park.
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